An ARS research team along with the Southwest Climate Hub in Las Cruces, NM, developed a resource called The Water Adaptation Techniques Atlas.
Plains Area
ARS’s Plains Area has the largest land holdings dedicated to range and livestock research within ARS. Approximately 300,000 acres at seven locations provide unique opportunities for cooperative research to address key needs of livestock producers across the United States. The Plains Area addresses national needs through a network of 22 research locations across 10 states.
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Improved Irrigation Management Tool
To support efficient water management, ARS researchers developed an open-source model, pyfao56, for precise crop water management.
Using AI to Control Grain Pests
ARS scientists used artificial intelligence to develop image-based identification for five common stored grain insect species.
Hempseed Cake a Safe Livestock Food?
Hempseed cake was mixed into cattle feed for approximately 16 weeks and then meat products from the cattle were tested for CBD and THC levels.
Protecting Our Water Supply
The "Haney Test" is an award-winning soil health tool that major soil testing laboratories are quickly adopting to determine optimal soil fertilizer rates.
GrassGrow
Grass-Cast uses historical data about weather and vegetation growth to predict how much grass will be available for livestock grazing during the upcoming summer.
Wrangling for Resiliency
ARS researchers and the USDA Southwest Climate Hub developed a new set of tools aiming at helping farmers, ranchers, and other stakeholders plan for serious environmental challenges.
Stopping a Deadly Virus at the Border
ARS researchers collaborated with Kansas State University to reduce the potential consequences of the Japanese encephalitis virus entering the United States.